Kennedy Valve- Manufacturing Engineer

Kennedy Valve, a member of the McWane family of companies, is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly company. We have been an active community partner in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years. People providing peace of mind water solutions. To save lives, resources, and property by supplying the best waterworks and fire protection products in the world. Our culture is important to us and forms the foundation for everything we do. Successful Team Members will embrace and perform in accordance with our following core values: Safety : People First – Step Up Environment : Protect Our Communities – Keep It Clean Leadership : I am Always On Stage – First Manage My Own Words & Behaviors Accountability : Lead Myself Well – Own It, Correct It, Learn From It, Move On Excellence : Always Working To Be Better – Value & Add Value Trust : The Speed Of Trust – Build, Don’t Break Teamwork : Help Each Other Be Great – Win Together Communication : Clear, Candid, & Constructive – Right Words, Right Time, Right Way WHY KENNEDY VALVE? Kennedy Valve offers great wages and robust benefits packages, as well as stability and a sense of team! Highly Competitive Salary $80,480-$99,417 Paid Vacation 12 Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Leave Retirement: 401(k) & Roth IRA company match options Educational Reimbursement after one year of service Employer-paid life insurance with the option to supplement Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plan options SUMMARY: The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for improving production processes, optimizing equipment performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a heavy manufacturing environment. This position focuses on ensuring manufacturing methods are safe, efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with the company’s quality standards and production goals. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Analyze, design, and implement manufacturing processes to maximize productivity and efficiency while reducing waste and